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Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Hand Woven Tapestry / Ryijy "Pyry", Raija Rastas, Suomen Käsityön Ystävät, 1990s
Hand Woven Tapestry / Ryijy "Pyry", Raija Rastas, Suomen Käsityön Ystävät, 1990s

Hand Woven Tapestry / Ryijy "Pyry", Raija Rastas, Suomen Käsityön Ystävät, 1990s

By Käsityön Ystävät 1

Located in Helsinki, FI

A minimal wall tapestry by Finnish textile artist Raija Rastas, woven by Marita Mattsson for Suomen Käsityö Ystävät, the most respected maker of traditional Finnish ryijy rugs and wa...

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1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Fabric

Swedish Mid-century Tapestry By Jönköpings Läns Hemslöjd
Swedish Mid-century Tapestry By Jönköpings Läns Hemslöjd

Swedish Mid-century Tapestry By Jönköpings Läns Hemslöjd

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in New York, NY

Swedish Mid-Century Tapestry in a geometric design in blue, brown, dark purple and green shades. Very good condition with the makers label attached on the back. Dimensions: H 13.25 ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen

Pretty Vintage Polish Woven Tapestry by E. Oloksy
Pretty Vintage Polish Woven Tapestry by E. Oloksy

Pretty Vintage Polish Woven Tapestry by E. Oloksy

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Wonderful mid century polish tapestry with a native design of town and beautiful light colors, entirely hand woven with wool on cotton foundation Name...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Unique Birger Kaipiainen Decorative Plate in Yellow Blue, & Beeds, Arabia 1970s
Unique Birger Kaipiainen Decorative Plate in Yellow Blue, & Beeds, Arabia 1970s

Unique Birger Kaipiainen Decorative Plate in Yellow Blue, & Beeds, Arabia 1970s

By Birger Kaipiainen, Arabia

Located in Helsinki, FI

This is a beautiful unique ceramic plate decorated with multiple beadings and it is a good example of the artists skill to use colours and fine iridescent glaze dots and details on t...

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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Beads

1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair
1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair

1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair

Located in Doylestown, PA

Vintage 1970s Danish modern teardrop bentwood hanging curio shelves. A coordinating pair in two sizes with a double bentwood frame topped with a rope hoop hanger and secured with cop...

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Rope, Bentwood

Wall-Mounted Clay and Ceramic Still-Life Relief by Graveren, Norway, 1950s
Wall-Mounted Clay and Ceramic Still-Life Relief by Graveren, Norway, 1950s

Wall-Mounted Clay and Ceramic Still-Life Relief by Graveren, Norway, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Wall-mounted clay and ceramic still-life relief fabricated at Graveren Sandnes (1852-1994) in Norway. Clean lines and soft colored glazing contrasting to...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Handwoven Wall Art Textile by Elsa Montell-Saanio for Lapin Raanu, Finland 1970s
Handwoven Wall Art Textile by Elsa Montell-Saanio for Lapin Raanu, Finland 1970s

Handwoven Wall Art Textile by Elsa Montell-Saanio for Lapin Raanu, Finland 1970s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A rare and exceptional example of Finnish textile design - the “Karhun talviuni” (“The Bear’s Hibernation”) raanu by Elsa Montell-Saanio, handwoven at the Lapin Raanu Art Weaving Stu...

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1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Wall-mounted bookcase module by Finn Juhl, Scandinavian design
Wall-mounted bookcase module by Finn Juhl, Scandinavian design

Wall-mounted bookcase module by Finn Juhl, Scandinavian design

By Finn Juhl

Located in Milano, IT

Finn Juhl, Small Wall Console / Floating Bookcase, 1950s A refined wall-mounted console, or small floating bookcase, by Finn Juhl and dating to the 1950s, emblematic of the cultured...

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1950s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry in Vintage Pine frame signed Sweden 1930s
Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry in Vintage Pine frame signed Sweden 1930s

Early Märta Måås-Fjetterström Tapestry in Vintage Pine frame signed Sweden 1930s

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in Ystad, SE

Early Tapestry by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Sweden, 1930s An early and finely woven tapestry by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, executed during the 1930s and signed MMF. The tapestry was h...

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen, Pine

Rune P. Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, Mid-20th Century
Rune P. Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, Mid-20th Century

Rune P. Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Rune P. Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape, mid-20th century. The canvas measures: 89 x 64 cm. The frame measures: 2.5 cm. Signed. In very good condition. 20th c...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

Vintage 1950s still life oil painting of flowers in a vase
Vintage 1950s still life oil painting of flowers in a vase

Vintage 1950s still life oil painting of flowers in a vase

Located in Ebberup, DK

This vibrant still life oil on plate captures a bouquet of flowers rendered in lush, expressive brushstrokes. The artist uses a rich, moody background to heighten the vibrancy of cor...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

Mid-20th Century Norrman Motala Ceramic Wall Plaque, Blue Cranes
Mid-20th Century Norrman Motala Ceramic Wall Plaque, Blue Cranes

Mid-20th Century Norrman Motala Ceramic Wall Plaque, Blue Cranes

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Swedish modern decorative ceramic wall plaque in a soft rectangular shape by Norrman Motala in the 1960s. White cranes in relief with a light blue tint on royal blue background. Hole...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Kai Kristiansen shelf system in teak. Manufactured by FM Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark in 1960s. The wall unit consists of: - 8 shelves - 2 cabinets - 3 wall brackets detailed meas...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Teak

Hans Øllgaard, Abstract Modernist Landscape, Oil on Canvas
Hans Øllgaard, Abstract Modernist Landscape, Oil on Canvas

Hans Øllgaard, Abstract Modernist Landscape, Oil on Canvas

Located in København, Copenhagen

Hans Øllgaard (b. 1911, d. 1969). Abstract modernist landscape. Oil on canvas, 1950s-1960s. Signed. In very good condition. The canvas measures: 85 x ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

Swedish Modern Tapestry "Pensé Blomlapp" by Märta Måås Fjetterström
Swedish Modern Tapestry "Pensé Blomlapp" by Märta Måås Fjetterström

Swedish Modern Tapestry "Pensé Blomlapp" by Märta Måås Fjetterström

"Pensé Blomlapp" (Pansy flower patch) created by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, is a beautifully handwoven flatweave tapestry from Sweden. Handwoven in wool, it has dimensions of H25.5 x W...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Verner Panton Exhibition poster Visiona 1970 Cologne
Verner Panton Exhibition poster Visiona 1970 Cologne

Verner Panton Exhibition poster Visiona 1970 Cologne

By Verner Panton

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Here is a very rare and desirable vintage Exhibition poster by the Danish designer Verner Panton for the representing Visiona 1970 in Cologne. Shipping services: Ask for our competi...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Rarely offered Room Divider by Sven Ellekær 1960s
Rarely offered Room Divider by Sven Ellekær 1960s

Rarely offered Room Divider by Sven Ellekær 1960s

By Sven Ellekaer

Located in Handewitt, DE

Rare and beautiful room divider / shelf system by Sven Ellekær for Albert Hansen Denmark 1960s. Made in teak and brass. This divider consits of 7 smaller shelves, 3 large shelves and...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Brass

Piet Hein, Wall Plate, Royal Copenhagen, 1948
Piet Hein, Wall Plate, Royal Copenhagen, 1948

Piet Hein, Wall Plate, Royal Copenhagen, 1948

By Piet Hein, Royal Copenhagen

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description:  Piet Hein was a polymath from Copenhagen, he was a mathmatician, poet, designer, writer and inventor. During the second world war he joined the resistance in D...

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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Faience, Ceramic

Large Ceramic Wall Plaque/Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s
Large Ceramic Wall Plaque/Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s

Large Ceramic Wall Plaque/Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, Denmark, 1960s

By Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen

Located in Balen, BE

Large Ceramic Wall Plaque / Decorative Dish by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen – Denmark, 1960s This striking large ceramic abstract art piece by Danish artist Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen from the 19...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Bettina Nelson, "The Elena Tapestries" no 4, Handwoven Formio Textile, 2020–2024
Bettina Nelson, "The Elena Tapestries" no 4, Handwoven Formio Textile, 2020–2024

Bettina Nelson, "The Elena Tapestries" no 4, Handwoven Formio Textile, 2020–2024

Located in Odense, DK

A tactile and evocative work by Swedish–English artist Bettina Nelson (b. 1989), The Elena Tapestries no. 4 (2020–2024) is a handwoven meditation on nostalgia, memory, and material s...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Textile, Natural Fiber

Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen Unique Ceramic Wall Decor Fish and Motherhood, 1970s
Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen Unique Ceramic Wall Decor Fish and Motherhood, 1970s

Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen Unique Ceramic Wall Decor Fish and Motherhood, 1970s

By Lizzie Thyssen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Unique ceramic wall decor by the Danish ceramist Lizzie Schnakenburg Thyssen. Made in 1970. The wall sconce consists of a large ceramic tile in center with a mother fish with a small fish in her belly. They are surrounded by several smaller ceramic tiles in brown, some of them also depicting fishes. The tiles are mounted on a chipboard and it can be hung on the wall. The motif is a tribute to Motherhood and Fertility. Lizzie Thyssen has made several wall decors showing mother animal with their babies in their bellys. Marked at side: Lizzie Thyssen Juli - 70 Marked on fish...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Wood

Heljä Liukko-sundström for Arabia, Glazed Faience Wall Plaque
Heljä Liukko-sundström for Arabia, Glazed Faience Wall Plaque

Heljä Liukko-sundström for Arabia, Glazed Faience Wall Plaque

Located in København, Copenhagen

Heljä Liukko-Sundström (b. 1938) for Arabia. Glazed faience wall plaque with hand-painted flowers. Finnish design. Dated 1981. Measures: 23.7 x 11 cm....

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Faience

New Scandinavian Design Handwoven Flat Rug Kilim
New Scandinavian Design Handwoven Flat Rug Kilim

New Scandinavian Design Handwoven Flat Rug Kilim

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful new Kilim with geometrical Scandinavian design and light colors, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation. Size: 170 x 240 cm.

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2010s Indian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Large Abstract Wool Wall Tapestry, Sweden, 1988
Large Abstract Wool Wall Tapestry, Sweden, 1988

Large Abstract Wool Wall Tapestry, Sweden, 1988

Located in Rīga, LV

Unique wall hanging featuring a grid of geometric motifs in warm earthy tones of ochre, rust, and brown, handwoven in linen and wool. The piece bears a label reading “Gift from the P...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen

Danish Wall Tapestry in Earthy Colors, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
Danish Wall Tapestry in Earthy Colors, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

Danish Wall Tapestry in Earthy Colors, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A beautiful 1970s wall tapestry / wall hanging in warm earth tones radiates a calm, organic aesthetic that brings the colors of nature into the room. The tapestry is woven from thick...

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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Cotton, Bamboo

Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, 1980s
Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, 1980s

Swedish Artist, Oil on Canvas, Modernist Landscape, 1980s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape, 1980s. The canvas measures: 73 x 49 cm. The frame measures: 1 cm. In excellent condition. Signed.

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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Märta Måås-Fjetterström Grodbla Tapestry, 1940's
Vintage Märta Måås-Fjetterström Grodbla Tapestry, 1940's

Vintage Märta Måås-Fjetterström Grodbla Tapestry, 1940's

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1

Located in Uccle, BE

"Grodbla" (frog) created by Märta Måås-Fjetterström, is a beautifully handwoven flatweave tapestry from Sweden. Handmade in linen, it has a framed dimensions of H42 x W45.5 x D3 cm a...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Oak, Linen

Märta Måås-Fjetterström "Crocus" Handwoven Linen-backed Swedish Wall Hanging
Märta Måås-Fjetterström "Crocus" Handwoven Linen-backed Swedish Wall Hanging

Märta Måås-Fjetterström "Crocus" Handwoven Linen-backed Swedish Wall Hanging

Crocus tapestry by Marta Maas Fjetterstrom. A nice, and somewhat rare, size, and fully backed with linen and tabs for inserting a dowel rod. This design was made in many colorways, w...

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Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Linen

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Hand Woven Polish Tapestry
Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Hand Woven Polish Tapestry

Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Hand Woven Polish Tapestry

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Very beautiful mid century polish tapestry Kilim with beautiful native design and beautiful colors, entirely hand woven with wool on cotton foundation....

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Mid-20th Century Polish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool, Cotton

Danish Design by Noomi Backhausen (1938-2011) - "Young Couple", Dated 1981
Danish Design by Noomi Backhausen (1938-2011) - "Young Couple", Dated 1981

Danish Design by Noomi Backhausen (1938-2011) - "Young Couple", Dated 1981

By Søholm Stentøj, Noomi Backhausen

Located in Skien, NO

Mid-Century Danish Ceramic Wall Plaque – Noomi Backhausen for Søholm Stentøj (1981) -- Perfect Wedding Gift? Elevate your interior with this Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Design D...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Vintage Glass Wall Mounted Plate by Bjorn Winblad for Rosenthal, 1986
Vintage Glass Wall Mounted Plate by Bjorn Winblad for Rosenthal, 1986

Vintage Glass Wall Mounted Plate by Bjorn Winblad for Rosenthal, 1986

By Rosenthal, Bijorn Winblad

Located in Antwerp, BE

A nice decorative relief faceted and frosted glass wall plate, designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. The glass plates have the original metal back to hang on the wall. signed. Di...

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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Metal

Wall Tapestry by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måas-Fjetterström
Wall Tapestry by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måas-Fjetterström

Wall Tapestry by Barbro Nilsson for Märta Måas-Fjetterström

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB 1

Located in New York, NY

Handwoven wool tapestry mounted on linen Designed by Barbro Nilsson for Mårta Måås-Fjetterström in 1925 and produced after 1941 Signed by AB MMF Designed and made in Båstad, Sweden.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian designer. Rya wall hanging in shades of blue, purple, brown, beige.
Scandinavian designer. Rya wall hanging in shades of blue, purple, brown, beige.

Scandinavian designer. Rya wall hanging in shades of blue, purple, brown, beige.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Scandinavian designer Rya wall hanging, 1960/70s. Hand-knotted rya wall hanging in wool with a geometric pattern in shades of blue, purple, beige, and brown. Featuring a hanging loop...

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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Poul Kjaerholm Aluminium Chair Competetition drawing poster 1953 Danish Design
Poul Kjaerholm Aluminium Chair Competetition drawing poster 1953 Danish Design

Poul Kjaerholm Aluminium Chair Competetition drawing poster 1953 Danish Design

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in WIJCKEL, NL

Here is a very rare and desirable vintage Competition drawing poster displaying a 1953 prototype representation of the Aluminium chair by the Danish designer Poul Kjærholm. A detail of the poster is printed in the catalogue 'The Furniture of Poul Kjaerholm, catalogue Raisonné, Michael Sheridan, page 40...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Bobyrug’s Pretty Éva Németh handwoven woollen tapestry, Hungary c1970s
Bobyrug’s Pretty Éva Németh handwoven woollen tapestry, Hungary c1970s

Bobyrug’s Pretty Éva Németh handwoven woollen tapestry, Hungary c1970s

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

This woven woollen tapestry features a design of stylised birds and flowers. It is woven in a heavyweight wool using mainly nature-inspired shades of sky blue, yellow and ecru highlighting the flowers and birds. It has the designer's initials NE in the lower right corner. c1970s Éva Németh...

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Oil Painting by Tore Nyberg, 1950s
Oil Painting by Tore Nyberg, 1950s

Oil Painting by Tore Nyberg, 1950s

By Tore Nyberg

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This oil painting on canvas by Swedish artist Tore Nyberg, created in the 1950s, exemplifies mid-century modern aesthetics through its use of overlapping geometric forms rendered in ...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

"Linneknoppen" tapestry by Märta Måås Fjetterström
"Linneknoppen" tapestry by Märta Måås Fjetterström

"Linneknoppen" tapestry by Märta Måås Fjetterström

By Märta Måås-Fjetterström

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Vintage "Linneknoppen" tapestry handwoven at AB Märta Måås-Fjetterströms ateliers in Båstad, Sweden. Wool inlay on linen in blue, red, yellow and natural colors showing a g...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Wool

Dora Jung / Tapestry / Gifted by Dora Jung to Simone Prouvé in 1954.
Dora Jung / Tapestry / Gifted by Dora Jung to Simone Prouvé in 1954.

Dora Jung / Tapestry / Gifted by Dora Jung to Simone Prouvé in 1954.

By Dora Jung

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

Dora Jung is one of Finland's greatest textile artists. Throughout her life, she worked tirelessly to master materials and techniques, never compromising on her artistic vision. She ...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Damask, Linen

1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly versatile and functional Cado wall unit in walnut by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. We currently have many different Cado pieces in stock and can customize your order to include the type and number of pieces you need. We have both the Royal System and the Cado systems...

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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Teak

Teak Cado System Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
Teak Cado System Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

Teak Cado System Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly versatile and functional wall unit in teak by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. The unit shown is an example of what we typically stock. Units are sold by the component - wall ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Teak

Wall Mounted Glass Parable designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Wall Mounted Glass Parable designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

Wall Mounted Glass Parable designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal

By Rosenthal, Bijorn Winblad

Located in Antwerp, BE

A nice decorative relief faceted and frosted glass wall plate, designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Dimensions: 31 x 31 cm. Makers marks include artist's signature, the date as ...

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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Sheet Metal

Plaquettes by Danish Designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Norwegian Nymolle Pottery
Plaquettes by Danish Designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Norwegian Nymolle Pottery

Plaquettes by Danish Designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Norwegian Nymolle Pottery

By Bjorn Wiinblad, Nymolle

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

This a complete set of 12, one for each month of the year. All are done in black and white and are in a very good condition. They have a small hole to thread a ribbon or a piece of l...

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Birger Kaipiainen "Duetto" Decorative Dish in Black & Gold Beads, Arabia 1980s
Birger Kaipiainen "Duetto" Decorative Dish in Black & Gold Beads, Arabia 1980s

Birger Kaipiainen "Duetto" Decorative Dish in Black & Gold Beads, Arabia 1980s

By Arabia, Birger Kaipiainen

Located in Helsinki, FI

This is a beautiful ceramic plate decorated with multiple black and gold beadings and it is a good example of the artists skill to use colours and fine iridescent glaze dots and deta...

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1980s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Beads

1980s Marimekko Designs Promotional Poster
1980s Marimekko Designs Promotional Poster

1980s Marimekko Designs Promotional Poster

By Marimekko

Located in Brooklyn, NY

As part of Marimekko's ongoing efforts to promote the brand worldwide, this piece is from a line of posters sent to distributors, press, and agents. Because they weren't available t...

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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

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Paper

Expressive Ceramic Relief by Eva Hellbom, Sweden, 1970s
Expressive Ceramic Relief by Eva Hellbom, Sweden, 1970s

Expressive Ceramic Relief by Eva Hellbom, Sweden, 1970s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A rare and expressive ceramic wall relief by Swedish artist Eva Hellbom. This handmade piece features bold, abstract shapes in rich deep blue, forest green, burgundy, and plum tones,...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic -  Abstract Blue Sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson Sweden
Unique Ceramic -  Abstract Blue Sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson Sweden

Unique Ceramic - Abstract Blue Sculpture by Britt-Ingrid Persson Sweden

By Britt-Ingrid Persson

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely abstract ceramic sculpture made by Britt-Ingrid Persson at her own studio in Sweden in the 1970s. The sculpture is unsigned but there is no doubt that this one is made by Br...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Birger Ekman Intarsia Wall Art, 1939, Sweden
Birger Ekman Intarsia Wall Art, 1939, Sweden

Birger Ekman Intarsia Wall Art, 1939, Sweden

By Birger Ekman

Located in Værløse, DK

Exquisite Intarsia Wall Painting made by Birger Ekman in 1939. * Framed Intarsia painting picturing five dancing people. Vintage wood frame. Signed "Birger Ekman 1939" on the back....

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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s

By Peder Moos

Located in Odense, DK

This triangular "Amager" wall shelf is a classic example of Danish design, known for its distinctive A-frame or triangular form that traces its origins back to the 18th century. The ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Teak

Zabihi Collection Cool Dude Pictorial Persian Kilim Wall Hanging
Zabihi Collection Cool Dude Pictorial Persian Kilim Wall Hanging

Zabihi Collection Cool Dude Pictorial Persian Kilim Wall Hanging

Located in New York, NY

Scatter size Persian Kilim from the late 20th century with a jolly-go-lucky man on a camel field. This was originally belonging to a private Persian collector who requested to make...

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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

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